Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Carmel Marathon
Carmel, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunFestive
USRegional Running Calendar
Running races in the State of Indiana
23 verified events (0 confirmed dates) and 73 races in Indiana with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events230 confirmed dates
Competitions73Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 160.9 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,800 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Sorta Mountain Stage Race
Borden, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
50 km29 km21 km8.05 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Veterans Marathon & Half-marathon
Columbia City, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park
Photo: Parkywiki · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
St. Joe Valley Happy Trail Run
South Bend, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park
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(CNO) Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
Indianapolis, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+1
Photo: Wickedender · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Jackson County 50-50
Brownstown, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
81.1 km50 km16.09 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
Photo: Famartin · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Oakadoke Trail Runs
Valparaiso, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
28.97 km14.48 km6.44 km
ForestPublic Park+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Tour de La Porte
LaPorte, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadLakes & Ponds+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Carmel Marathon | Carmel, Indiana, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Sorta Mountain Stage Race | Borden, Indiana, US | Trail Running | 50 km29 km21 km8.05 km |
| Date to be announced | Veterans Marathon & Half-marathon | Columbia City, Indiana, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | St. Joe Valley Happy Trail Run | South Bend, Indiana, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | (CNO) Indianapolis Monumental Marathon | Indianapolis, Indiana, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Jackson County 50-50 | Brownstown, Indiana, US | Trail Running | 81.1 km50 km16.09 km |
| Date to be announced | Oakadoke Trail Runs | Valparaiso, Indiana, US | Trail Running | 28.97 km14.48 km6.44 km |
| Date to be announced | Tour de La Porte | LaPorte, Indiana, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Indiana Women's Running Festival | Carmel, Indiana, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Fair on the Square Half Marathon | Danville, Indiana, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km5 km1.61 km |
| Date to be announced | Geist Half Marathon | Fishers, Indiana, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Indiana Trail 100 | Albion, Indiana, US | Trail Running | 160.93 km100 km50 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Indiana (North America, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 23 public events and 73 individual races, including 0 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Carmel, Borden, Columbia City, and South Bend. Notable events in the selection include Carmel Marathon, Sorta Mountain Stage Race, and Veterans Marathon & Half-marathon.
Race distances span from 1.6 km to 160.9 km, reaching up to +3,800 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Indiana includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Indiana?
RunningCompass currently lists 23 verified events with 73 individual races in Indiana. A total of 0 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Carmel Marathon, Sorta Mountain Stage Race, and Veterans Marathon & Half-marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Indiana?
Events in Indiana focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 1.6 km entry-level races up to 160.9 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Carmel, Borden, Columbia City, and South Bend.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Indiana?
The most selective courses in Indiana climb up to +3,800 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Indiana?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.